Category Archives: Hard Water Survival

As of 2014, MacGyver has now been off the air for more than twenty years.

And if MacGyver is like anyone else who has been retired for more than twenty years, this secret agent who could turn objects as simple as paper clips into weapons of destruction, defense or escape is now turning his attention to far more pressing matters at home. Such as, just how do I get those rust stains out of my white dress shirts? Or even, how can I quickly clean those hard water stains out of my refrigerator water dispenser?

For the benefit of all those that trusted in MacGyver to provide life hacks weekly – before life hacks were even a thing – here are five ways we envision MacGyver using his skills to ensure his home is free of both rust and hard water stains:

Ahh, life in the country. Virtually no nosy neighbors, very little traffic and something money can’t buy: peace and quiet. But moving from the city to the country is a trade-off that brings with it some uniquely annoying issues specific to country living. One of the biggest issues? Hard water stains and sediment buildup, courtesy of shifting your water supply from municipal sources to your own private well.

Well water comes straight from the earth, no added fluoride, no chlorine, just nature’s clear miracle…and some natural minerals, sediments and contaminants – ranging from calcium and magnesium to dirt and limescale. These contaminants can leave behind stubborn hard water stains at best and sediment buildup that can damage your pipes and appliances at worst. Read More